1982 Austin Marina vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 863 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Marina | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
